China’s role is key to resolving the Rohingya crisis
The Rohingya situation needs to be resolved diplomatically and via political means, according to the international community.
Myanmar
Complex Myanmar crises hang over Asean Summits
Cambodian political observers generally believe that Cambodia, as the rotating chair of Asean this year, has achieved some fruitful results.
Bangladesh has shown patience in violation of land and airspace by Myanmar: Foreign minister
The foreign minister also said that as a neighbouring country, Bangladesh is interested in peaceful coexistence with Myanmar.
Rakhine is boiling again. Will we look away?
How the conflict evolves in Rakhine will shape not only the future course of Myanmar, but also the regional and global power struggle surrounding the Bay of Bengal region.
UN urges Malaysia to stop forced return of refugees to Myanmar
The Malaysian government has not confirmed the latest deportations and has been tight-lipped over the issue.
Asean fully committed to Myanmar remedy: Cambodia foreign minister
A non-political representative from Myanmar was invited to the November Asean meetings but no response was forthcoming.
Asean foreign ministers should engage rights body to deal with Myanmar
Asean foreign ministers have repeatedly expressed their concerns over the Myanmar State Administration Council’s lack of respect for the five-point consensus they agreed upon in…
Invite Suu Kyi’s representative
There is high hope that the nine foreign ministers will be able to reach a consensus to invite Suu Kyi’s representative to the summit in Phnom Penh.
Myanmar in focus at Asean meet: Retno
She also said that the upcoming Asean foreign ministers’ meeting would also put the spotlight on the current leadership in Naypyidaw.
As with Ukraine, a coalition should pressure Myanmar’s junta: UN expert
The UN Security Council has long been split on Myanmar, with diplomats saying China and Russia would likely shield the junta from strong action.